Top Lecce Outdoor Activities

Leave the legwork to someone else on this private beach-hopping tour around the Otranto coast. Begin the day shopping for souvenirs in Otranto before traveling in an air-conditioned vehicle to Turks’ bay—one of Italy’s most unspoiled beaches. Relax in a sun lounger, swim in the crystal-clear waters, or discover hidden coves on a walk. Towards the end of your tour, soak up the views at Torre Sant’ Andrea and Le Due Sorelle beaches.

Your adventure begins in the heart of Lecce’s old town, where we set off on e-bikes and follow peaceful countryside roads lined with vineyards, traditional masserias, and ancient olive groves. Our first stop is at the Farmer house (Pantaleo). Here you will try Olive oil and wine while Pantaleo's wife serves us puglian snacks. Next stop is Nardò, a charming baroque town where you’ll enjoy a relaxing coffee break. Try the famous caffè leccese—espresso over ice with almond syrup—and pasticciotto pastry. From Nardò, we ride toward the shimmering Ionian Sea and reach the seaside village of Santa Maria al Bagno, whose crystal-clear waters offer the perfect chance for a refreshing swim. We then continue cycling along the scenic coastline—mostly on dedicated bike paths—until we arrive in Gallipoli, known for its historic old town set on an island and surrounded by turquoise water. From Gallipoli a private taxi (included) will take you back to your hotel in Lecce in about 35 minutes.

Cover more sights in less time during this scenic, off-the-beaten-track bike tour, with stops at prehistoric ruins, a Byzantine crypt, and the turquoise bay of Porto Badisco, with options to swim or rent a canoe. Enjoy fresh, regional delicacies with a traditional local lunch spread, cooked in a stone oven. You’ll also be treated to a tasty iced coffee as you cruise the magnificent coast.

Enjoy an up-close experience of Puglia’s picturesque countryside on this languidly paced, full-day bike tour. Meet your guide, set off from Lecce, and continue onwards to Acaya, where you’ll see its historical castle and stop for light refreshments. Then, head to the Adriatic coastline and go for a refreshing swim before visiting Le Cesine Nature Reserve: the region’s last-remaining wetland habitat. Finally, bike back to Lecce along scenic country lanes.

Coastal kayak excursions to visit the sea caves along the Adriatic coast and the west coast of Salento. Departure from Leuca from the private beach of the Terziario hotel, a succession of evocative explorable caves and coves with crystal clear water to live a unique experience and enjoy swimming, sun and sea of Salento.

Explore the Lecce countryside on a premium E-bike along an easy flat 28 km (17-mile) route. Ride through quiet rural roads to ancient villages and discover Salento’s traditions. In Sternatia, meet Gaetano—a storyteller and poet who speaks Griko, the ancient Greek dialect of the Grecìa Salentina. With him, explore a 15th-century underground olive oil mill, hear a poem in Griko, and learn stories about lamp-oil traders, village life, and this unique cultural enclave. Continue through two villages of the Grecìa Salentina, home of the Griko people, a Greek-speaking community with 3,000 years of history. In Galatina, visit the Basilica of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria, famous for its 14th-century Giotto-style frescoes. Stop at Pasticceria Ascalone, birthplace of the Pasticciotto (1740) At 1 PM, a private taxi (included) takes you back to Lecce. NOTE: Optional Primitivo wine tasting and traditional Puglian lunch (extra cost; private groups only; request one week in advance).

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Journeying through Capo di Leuca by bicycle allows travelers to go where buses and cars can’t. With this tour, cruise through the charming villages of the region along bike paths and “secondary” streets. Discover hidden gems like the medieval hamlet of Giuliano and the Sanctuary of Leuca Piccola in Barbarano. It’s an easy, roughly 9.3-mile (15 kilometers) bike ride suitable for all fitness levels.

To participate, it is essential to know how to swim. . You do not need to have had experience already, Our boats are very stable, large and safe. Sailing by canoe or kayak does not present any technical difficulties, moreover participants with better physical shape will be combined with those more tired or less trained in order to better balance the group. . The excursion is not recommended for those people with severe back joint problems or motor problems. Our canoes can support people with a maximum weight of 100kg. . Navigation is subject to weather and sea conditions and can be cancelled or moved to another spot in case of adverse conditions. . PARTICIPATING WITH CHILDREN Our excursions are suitable for children (2 years and older) but before booking we recommend contacting us to understand how to organize canoes.

This tour mainly follows the coastline south of the town of Otranto. This area is characterised by a picturesque landscape, rich in natural beauty, and home to a number of archaeological and historical sites: Roman and modern watchtowers, and Second World War bunkers. The route follow roads with little or no traffic and paths that, in some sections, run along rocky outcrops or are covered in gravel. The total distance is approximately 7 km (4.4 miles) with a total elevation gain of 80 m (265 feet). Along the way, we will make a few stops to visit natural and archaeological sites. This tour is designed for those who enjoy walking in nature and are interested in history and geography.

This interesting and fascinating 3 hours Hike embraces History, local villages, sea and country side surroundings.

Control your itinerary in total freedom and independence, discovering the wonderful cities of the Puglia region in an alternative and ecological way; let yourself be recommended places and events not to be missed; move in total freedom by choosing the bike that best suits you; Equipment: - City bikes, trekking and hybrid bikes, suitable for long distance cycling - Electric bicycles suitable for any type of cycling - Double and pedal bikes perfect for cycling in a fun and pleasant way - Bike seats and camels for families with children - Carriers for dogs and cats to enjoy cycling with their pets

We embark from the "Porto Vecchio" of Santa Maria di Leuca in the direction of the most famous and authentically beautiful caves on the Adriatic side, skirting Punta Meliso which houses the Basilica Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae, the Leuca Lighthouse and the Monumental Staircase and the Ionian, crossing the marina of Leuca enclosed between Punta Meliso and Punta Ristola, the southernmost emerged land of Puglia.

The joy of windsurfing represent a really life changing experience. It can be your first step into this wonderful lifestyle. You will probably never be the same again, and all your future projects will be in the view of windsurfing.

Baroque Lecce is one of the most beautiful towns in Puglia, often called the “Florence of the South”. Cover more ground and take in its sumptuous churches and palaces at your own pace with this independent bike rental from the heart of the old town. Pedal through Lecce or strike out further afield to explore the surrounding countryside and coastline on the bike of your choice.

The archeological sites at the coast of Porto Cesareo tell us about a local history that was intimately bound to the rest of the Mediterranean. Indeed, the archeological remains that we will see will lead us to consider the relationships with other parts of the basin and to talk about ancient navigation, the “marble route” coming from the Aegean and deities coming from ancient Egypt. In addition, it will appear clear the relevance of physical geography shaping local history. Thus, we will talk about the main features of the Mediterranean Basin, the evolution of coastal topography and geomorphological processes. After describing and talking about the history of modern and contemporary buildings that we will see, we will try to reconstruct the evolution of the coastal landscape and the destruction of the coastal ecosystems. This tour is recommended for archeology, history, geography and culture enthusiasts, naturalists, swimmers, active tourists and adventure seekers.

Step into a hidden world beneath Lecce with a night experience that reveals an ancient underground city rarely seen by visitors. Explore illuminated spaces after dark for a more atmospheric and immersive perspective on local history. This unique setting offers a sense of discovery and exclusivity, away from daytime crowds and typical sightseeing routes.

Sit back and relax and admire views of the coast that you can’t get any other way on a small-group sailing trip from Gallipoli. Follow the coastline, then head out to the Island of Sant Andrea, where you visit the lighthouse and get the chance to swim and snorkel. Snacks and aperitifs, including local wine and prosecco, are provided. Choose from morning, afternoon, or evening sailings to suit your schedule.

We set sail from the Santa Maria di Leuca port to reach and admire our caves characterized by their "crystalline" water. Adriatic side itinerary: After a brief stop in Grotta Cazzafri, at the foot of Punta Meliso, we continue towards Grotta Terradico, Verduselle, Grotta del Soffio and Grotta della Vora. To be able to admire the beauty of these coves up close, we will make a small stop for a swim under the cliff and to enter the caves. Ionian side itinerary: The first cave you meet on the western side, close to Punta Ristola is the Grotta Porcinara, immediately followed by the Grotta del Diavolo, the Grotta del Fiume, the Grotta delle Tre Porte, the Caverna dei Giganti, Grotta della Stalla and the majestic Dragon cave. Here too a stop is planned to immerse yourself in the crystal clear water.

Leave behind the crowds at the beach and get ready to experience an unforgettable emotion. With the parasailing tour , you can gently float up to over 50 meters high, lulled by the sea breeze, while below you explains the unique spectacle of the crystal clear waters of the Maldives of Salento-Pescoluse and the coast of Torre Vado. You can choose to experience the thrill of flying individually, as a couple or in a group of three people, for an effective duration of about 15 minutes suspended between sky and sea Since the boat can accommodate up to 12 passengers, the exit turns into a pleasant mini-cruise: while the other participants fly, you can relax lulled by the waves and listen to great music. The whole experience can last between 30 and 60 minutes No shocks, no jumps into the void – just a feeling of absolute freedom, peace and a 360-degree panorama that will take your breath away. Make your holiday unforgettable and fly with us...

Discover the country side of Lecce. Cycle to a local Brewery. Visit the Brewery and learn about the steps of production. TASTE 3 types of beer accompanied by Puglia traditional Snacks. The cycle to and back the Brewery is taking two different routes. You will get to experience the real country side surrounded by olive trees, small villages and beautiful masserias (farm houses). All of this cycling on narrow farmers back roads with no traffic.

RENT a high-quality fully equipped E-bike and enjoy Lecce and the surrounding villages . The E-bikes available for rent are Hibike (German Made) and have a battery (BOSCH) autonomy of 85 km. The E-bikes also come fully equipped with a U-lock, Mobile phone holder, Helmet, and Ortlieb side panniers with no extra costs.

A beautiful bike tour through expanses of olive trees, dry stone walls and pay that will lead us to the Lecce coast of San Cataldo before we venture into the lush Cesine Natural Park. From here we will proceed to the fantastic fortified city of Acaya where we will taste an excellent aperitif with the possibility of visiting the castle. Upon returning to Lecce, we will have a fun cooking lesson on fresh pasta in the garden of an ancient boathouse, with appetizer and lunch based on fresh pasta typical products and local wines.

Explore a side of the Ionian coastline that most visitors never see with this catamaran day cruise from Porto Cesario. Sail up the Gulf of Taranto to admire hidden coves and sandy beaches, snorkel in underwater Roman ruins and colorful reefs, and take a dip off wild islands inhabited only by local fauna. End with an aperitif featuring local wines and gourmet specialties on board.